February 12, 2025

State Issues

DLGS Announces Notice of Intent to Apply for Transitional Aid

The Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) issued guidance on the Notice of Intent to Apply for Transitional Aid for CY2025/SFY2026

Contact: Erin Knoedler, Legislative Analyst, eknoedler@njlm.org, x116.

Home-Based Business Legislation Passes Senate Committee

On Monday, the Senate Economic Growth Committee amended and favorably reported S-116, which permits certain home-based businesses as accessory uses, out of committee. The bill now awaits consideration by the full Senate.

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

ADU Bills Merged, But Not Advanced

On Monday, the League testified before the Assembly Housing Committee in opposition to three bills that will preempt local planning and permit the development of accessory dwelling units (ADU) on property zoned for single- or two-family residential uses.

Contact: Mike Cerra, Executive Director, mcerra@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x120.

Funding For Local Government Vehicle Electrification Projects

The Murphy Administration announced a $35 million grant program to help local governments replace diesel vehicles with electric ones.

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Lunch & Learn: The Garden State C-PACE Program

On Wednesday, March 5, the League will host a Lunch & Learn with the NJEDA on the Garden State Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Program.

Contact: Ciara Bradley, Research Associate, cbradley@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x128.

Governor Conditionally Vetoes SHBP Reporting Legislation

Governor Murphy conditionally vetoed A-5039, which requires the Division of Pensions and Benefits to report certain information to the SHBC prior to transferring funds from the State part of SHBP to the local Government Employer Group.

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Federal Issues

Webinar Link Posted for Impact of Immigration Executive Orders

Last month, the League’s federal partner, the National League of Cities, along with the Local Government Legal Center, hosted a webinar providing an overview of the recent Immigration Executive Order and the impact on municipal operations and duties.

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

Also of Interest

Highlight Your Municipality with Mayor Kovach

Clinton Town Mayor and League Past President Janice Kovach hosts “My Town” a 30-minute streaming program. Have something interesting going on in your community? Join her on the show and tell her about it.

2025 AARP Community Challenge Grant

The deadline to apply for the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant is 5:00 p.m. March 5, 2025.

Nominations for Emergency Manager of the Year & NJEPA Scholarship

The New Jersey Emergency Preparedness Association (NJEPA) is seeking nominations for the Emergency Manager of the Year, student scholarships, and scholarships for emergency managers working on their NJ Certified Emergency Manager certification.

NJ ELEC New Reporting Requirements for IEs and SuperPACs Webinar

On Friday, February 28, from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., the League is hosting a Professional Development webinar on New Jersey ELEC New Reporting Requirements for IEs and SuperPACs.

Contact: Paul Penna, Director of Government Affairs, ppenna@njlm.org, 609-695-3481, x110.

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